Microwaves 'improve fog landings'

[Samishlol]

Passengers flying into Heathrow in fog or poor visibility will be guided in using a new microwave-based system.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/7961501.stm

This sounds like a really good idea. At least it would cause less disruption.

[Mr-Trainor]

Sounds good

[Jahova]

Sounds smart :)

[Jord]

Well all the scared people will be calmer atleast :P

[xxMATTGxx]

It does sound good, but I don't think it will last. The US have already tried this but kinda didn't go with it. Only a few airports in the EU or even Heathrow i the only one for now. We see but you know what im trying to say :P


The FAA suspended the MLS program in 1994 in favor of the GPS (Wide Area Augmentation System WAAS) that may supplement or replace existing MLS systems. Many countries in Europe (particularly those known for low visibility conditions) have embraced the MLS system as a replacement to ILS. Phasing down of MLS systems in the U.S. is planned to begin in 2010. However, it is unclear whether all the systems will be replaced or taken out of service, but (like LORAN-C) it is reasonable to speculate that if funding becomes unfeasible, they will be.